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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Birmingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Matthew Baptist Church is hosting a school supply drive to collect needed items for local students, and community members are invited to drop off donations at the church. 6 WBRC News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Birmingham Police are investigating a shooting on Gallant Drive that occurred Sunday when a suspect fired shots into an occupied apartment building and grazed a woman’s ankle—police have not yet confirmed if the suspect is in custody. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Birmingham Police are investigating a shooting at an apartment complex in the Woodaire Estates community on Gallant Drive in North Birmingham where gunfire struck several units — no injuries have been reported and no suspects have been taken into custody. WVTM 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, families gathered at Linn Park for the Tools for School event that gave students and teachers free supplies. City officials and sponsors offered food trucks, music and face painting—showing a strong local commitment to education. WVTM 13
- ➤ Birmingham City Schools has partnered with United Way of Central Alabama to hire nearly 65 tutors to help students in grades six to twelve with reading and math, where tutors work 5—20 hours a week for $15 an hour and receive extra training. United Way will hold a recruiting session on August 22 at Carver High School. 6 WBRC News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cool Green Trees is planting native trees in Jefferson County to add shade and cool neighborhoods hit by urban heat islands—an effort that includes new trees on Norwood Boulevard and Keith Smith’s street—and will care for each tree for two years. 6 WBRC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brian Gunn, a Norwood resident and community advocate, is running for the District 8 city council seat and says Birmingham deserves better leadership to tackle vacant lots, gun violence and business closures. His campaign proposes blight removal and investments in mental health resources, youth programs and small business support (measures aimed at revitalizing neighborhoods). AL.com
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Riley Green Concert
6:01-8:01 p.m. — Coca-Cola Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of Riley Green live in Birmingham.
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Kerwin Claiborne Comedy Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Main Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor of viral Instagram star Kerwin Claiborne and his relatable characters.
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Celebrate the Summer of the Babysitter’s Club with DK Yingst
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Birmingham Public Library Central Branch — Ticket purchase for signing — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with book chats, live drawings, and a chance to meet author DK Yingst.
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Tenishia Wilson Comedy Night
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — $30.50 to $42.50 — Enjoy an unforgettable night of laughter with the sensational Tenishia Wilson and her relatable humor.
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Comedy Night with Don D.C. Curry
7-8:30 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr — $24.50 to $30.50 — Experience the humor of Don 'DC' Curry, known for his unforgettable roles and comedy performances.
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Lee Bains Album Release Show
9:00 – 10:30 PM — The Nick — Membership required — Experience the vibrant sounds of Lee Bains + The Glory Fires as they celebrate their new album release with a night of dynamic Southern rock.
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Mojohand Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Nick — $7 annual membership — Experience the Americana-rock vibes of Mojohand as they bring their energetic tunes to Birmingham.
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Zoom Basics Workshop
2:30-4 p.m. — Homewood Public Library — Free entry — Learn essential Zoom functions from setting up an account to hosting meetings.
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Law and Business Networking - Elevating Your Potential
6-8 p.m. — Mayawell Bar — Free entry — Network with industry professionals in acting, production, and various business sectors to elevate your career.
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Introduction to Excel 2016
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Homewood Public Library — Free entry — Learn to create spreadsheets and use essential Excel functions including formulas, charts, and graphs.
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